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Instructor/Assistant Professor - Equine Emergency Surgery and Critical Care

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CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Candidate will need to supply a Resume/CV and cover letter that address the required and preferred qualifications, your commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, your teaching and your research experience in the cover letter.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted through the CSU Job Website by 11:59pm (MST) on June 3, 2024. Email or mail-in applications will not be accepted. This position will be open until filled.

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Working Title Instructor/Assistant Professor - Equine Emergency Surgery and Critical Care
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number 202400089F
Proposed Annual Salary Range Instructor: $105,800 - $116,900. Assistant Professor: $131,900 - $144,500. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Employee Benefits
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Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week 40
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Clinical Sciences mission is to assure the health and productivity of
animals to meet societal needs through high quality educational programs for
professional veterinary medical students, graduate veterinarians, and the public through a faculty and veterinary medical center of excellence, and to advance and disseminate comparative biomedical knowledge in an environment of interdisciplinary collaboration.
Tenure/Tenure Track? No
% Research 5-20
% Teaching 40-45
% Service 40-50
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 06/03/2024
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
The Department of Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University seeks applications for
a 12-month, 2-year contract, non-tenure track Instructor or Assistant Professor in Equine Emergency Surgery and Critical Care.

The Equine Emergency Surgery and Critical Care Service position manages the equine emergency surgery and critical care caseload at the Johnson Family Equine Hospital (JFEH). This position will support clinical and didactic teaching in the DVM program, graduate student/resident and fellow training, and research in Equine Emergency Surgery and Critical Care. The position also supports an important clinical service in the JFEH in client service and revenue generation. This faculty position will provide up to 34 weeks of clinical service. Additionally, we expect the successful candidate will seek out opportunities and participate in collaborative research. Numerous opportunities for collaborative research exist throughout the college and university.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
Instructor:
  • DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree.
  • At least 3 years of experience, including completion of residency training in either large animal surgery, or LA emergency/critical care with advanced surgical training.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with others in a team atmosphere.

Assistant Professor:
  • DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree.
  • Diplomate of the American or European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS/ ECVS) or American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care (LA).
  • Demonstrated ability to work with others in a team atmosphere.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Instructor:
  • Board eligibility in the American or European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS/ECVS) or American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care (LA) with advanced surgical training in both equine and livestock species.
  • Interest in collaborative research

Assistant Professor:
  • Board eligibility or certification by the American College of Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care (LA)
  • 3-5 years of experience in clinical service and instruction of veterinary students and house officers
  • Interest in collaborative research or an advanced degree and/or postdoctoral research experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Candidate will need to supply a Resume/CV and cover letter that address the required and preferred qualifications, your commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, your teaching and your research experience in the cover letter.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted through the CSU Job Website by 11:59pm (MST) on June 3, 2024. Email or mail-in applications will not be accepted. This position will be open until filled.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Diversity Statement
Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Search Contact Savannah Martin savannah.martin3@colostate.edu
Essential Duties

Job Duty Category Teaching/Advising/Mentoring
Duty/Responsibility
Clinical: Provide clinical instruction in general surgery and emergency medicine to residents, interns and veterinary students in the JFEH.

Didactic: Provide lecture and laboratory instruction on topics related to equine emergency surgery and critical care throughout the veterinary curriculum.
Percentage Of Time 40-45
Job Duty Category Research/Scholarly Activity
Duty/Responsibility
Research effort will include collaborative research with other
departmental faculty and participation in veterinary clinical trials.

Scholarly activity will include co-author publications. Professional and lay publications (e.g. book chapters) in the discipline of critical care will also contribute to this category.


Percentage Of Time 5-20
Job Duty Category University & Professional Service/Outreach
Duty/Responsibility
Clinical Service: Provide up to 34 weeks of clinical activity in the Equine Emergency Surgery and Critical Care Service unit.
Outreach: Provide phone and/or email consultation for veterinarians in Colorado and other states. Develop and participate in continuing education programs for veterinarians at Colorado State University and other locations.
Administrative: Participate in Departmental, College, and University administrative committees as well as active participation in the organization and implementation of the goals for the Equine Emergency Surgery and Critical Care Service of the Johnson Family Equine Hospital.
Percentage Of Time 40-50

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested 3
Maximum Requested 3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume or CV
Optional Documents